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R204 OUS

1998 Land Rover Unknown

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

61,451 mi
Last recorded61,451 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Land Rover Unknown88,467 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR204 OUS
MakeLand Rover
ModelUnknown
Year1998
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 61,451 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 30 Jul 2025 61,450 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Hazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour lens broken (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides on rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 23 Jul 2024 60,811 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged both sides worn uneven inner shoulder (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 14 Jul 2023 60,102 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive injector (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Jul 2022 59,592 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides slight cracking in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Jul 2021 58,982 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2020 58,376 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2020 58,376 miles

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Jul 2018 56,249 miles

Front Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.1.3 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Jul 2017 55,466 miles

Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Fail 20 Jul 2017 55,466 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Intermediate drop arm deformed but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 54,398 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2015 53,211 miles

Engine has evidence of coolant loss

clutch pedal anti slip device missing

How Reliable is the Land Rover Unknown?

Based on 8,941 MOT tests across 2,560 vehicles.

83.4%
Pass Rate
4,412
Miles/Year
71
Year Lifespan
2,560
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Stop lamp not working 35
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 35
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R204 OUS is a 1998 Land Rover Unknown in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 1998 Land Rover Unknown models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 88,467 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Land Rover Unknown fails its MOT is stop lamp not working, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R204 OUS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Land Rover Unknown typically stays on UK roads for around 71 years. At 28 years old, this Land Rover Unknown is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R204 OUS registered?

R204 OUS is a 1998 Land Rover Unknown, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R204 OUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R204 OUS shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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